Attractions

Pfaff Test Track

Take an exciting off-road experience on an escorted test drive on the auto track. Minimum donation of $5 with proceeds going to Youth Haven to support youth experiencing homelessness.

Yamaha Mini Bikes

Kids aged 6-12 can ride the latest Yamaha TT-R off-road motorcycle, with certified instruction and motorcycle gear. Minimum donation of $5 with proceeds going to Youth Haven. Note: children must be able to ride a two-wheeled bicycle and be accompanied by a parent.

Plug N’ Drive

Test-drive an electric vehicle (EV) at the Plug’n Drive exhibit.

Canine performance

Professionally trained dogs from Red Barn Event Centre will put on a show by leaping over obstacles, blazing through slalom poles, performing scent detections and proving their athletics.

Alumni Picnic

Alumni from the Automotive Business School of Canada/Canadian Automotive Institute are invited to reminisce about past times with former classmates while enjoying the show on Saturday, June 2. Learn more and register here.

Live auction

Examples of auction items from years past include:

manufacturer merchandise

sports tickets

golf green fees

electronics

All proceeds go toward awards and scholarships for students.

KidZone

The KidZone has lots of fun activities for the little ones.

face painting

lawn games

bouncy castle

bean bag toss

Spinal Cord Injury of Ontario

SCI Ontario has a complete line-up of accessible vehicles, which will be on-site for viewing.

Segway Ontario

Test out a Segway on our test-track (Sunday, June 3 only).

DriveWise

They will be offering a simulator for guests to try.

MADD Canada

Mothers Against Drunk Driving Canada will have an area for participants to use goggles that simulate being impaired.

Testimonials

“We’ve just returned from the Auto Show – it was our first time visiting and we loved it! My son said it was way better than the Toronto auto show, which he found quite overwhelming. We visited all of the tents and then had a fabulous lunch, which we thought was very good value and very tasty.”

“Just wanted to tell you how impressed we were with the Georgian Auto Show. It was the first one we ever attended we thought the event was excellent. I was also pleased with all the accessibility features. The wooden stairs placed on the grassy slope were a great idea. The best part of all was the opportunity to try a lot of cars. We ended up buying a Kia product yesterday and that was a direct result of trying one of their cars at the show.”

“I would just like to say thanks to you and your students for putting on a great show on the weekend. My son and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I have attended the Toronto auto show many times, but stopped going a few years ago, as it is SO large and exhausting (especially with children in tow). Your show has a ‘just right’ feel to it. I’m looking forward to next year. Thanks again.”

“My husband and I attended the Georgian Auto Show and both of us were so impressed with the caliber of students in the Automotive program. They answered all our questions, were polite and showcased excellent customer service skills and displayed a professional appearance.”

Videos

Tyler Celli – ABSC degree student, fourth year

Tyler is currently finishing up his fourth year in the ABSC degree with a passion for marketing and photography. Born and raised in Barrie, Ontario.

Tyler has been fortunate to work for brands such as Ford, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Indian Motorcycle, Ducati / BMW and more.

“For as long as I can remember I’ve been crazy for cars, my entire family works within the industry. Between cars and motorcycles we’re always kept busy with our passions”

I participated in the Georgian College Auto Show three other times – I was an ambassador for both Nissan and Hyundai, and then a Co-Captain for Honda. I’m very excited to graduate this amazing program and start my career in the real world.

Karianne Hubert – ABSC degree student, third year

Karianne Hubert is a third-year Automotive Business School of Canada degree student.

I was born in Maniwaki, Quebec, I completed all of my high school there in French. I have an Entrepreneurship & Management diploma from Algonquin College and a Automotive Business diploma from Georgian College. Now, I am enrolled in the Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive Management). I worked as an ambassador for Ford at the Georgian College Auto Show in 2016 and Co-Captain of Lincoln at the Georgian College Auto Show in 2017. I am looking forward to go back home and work in the family business.

Daniel Filipowitz – ABSC degree student, fourth year

Daniel Filipowitz is a fourth-year Automotive Business School of Canada degree student.

Daniel was born and raised in Barrie, Ontario. Originally leaving home to pursue degrees at two other Ontario universities, Daniel made the decision to move home and pursue an education/career in line with one of his passions in life: the automotive industry.

“I have always loved cars so it just made sense. I found myself disinterested in my accounting classes and realized it would be the same with a career as a CPA. I made the switch and have never looked back.”

Daniel has been fortunate to work for Volkswagen, Audi, Ford and Mercedes-Benz, and has been involved in parts prototype-testing firsthand with Magna International during a summer internship.

During his time at ABSC, Daniel has participated in two Auto Shows, first as an ambassador for Subaru, then as Co-Captain for BMW/Mini.

When Daniel graduates, he hopes to work at a corporate level in a product planning or PR position.

Kayla Kille – ABSC degree student, fourth year

Kayla Kille was raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Growing up she was surrounded by automotive culture due to her family’s business. This sparked a passion for cars and anything motor-related at a very young age.

She started her postsecondary education at a Manitoba college. Through this college she attained her business diploma which specialized in management. She didn’t know what direction she wanted to take with this diploma but knew she wanted to relate it back to her love for cars. This is when her parents mentioned the Automotive Business School of Canada. Within a few weeks of being accepted, she packed her bags and headed to Barrie to follow her childhood passion. She acquired the Automotive Business diploma this past year and has now chosen to purses the degree program. This puts her in her final year of the degree program.

While in school she has expanded her automotive knowledge and experience by working at various dealerships, head office positions, and participating in auto shows across Canada. Through the school she has participated in three Georgian College Auto shows, first as an ambassador for Lexus, then a captain of Lincoln and lastly a captain of Honda.

She is tremendously excited about taking on the role as a customer experience student director at 2018 Georgian College Auto Show.

Joshua Katzman– ABSC degree student, fourth year

I am very excited to take on the role as Student Director of Performance and Sponsorship for the 2018 Georgian College Auto Show. I was born and raised in St. Catharines, Ontario and have always had a passion for cars. When I was finishing high school, and looking where to attend postsecondary education, I was researching and looking for the right program for me. Once I found ABSC, I was sold. Combining my passion for cars as well as business was the perfect fit. Throughout my time at ABSC, I have worked for a variety of manufacturers at the dealer and corporate level including Mercedes-Benz, Smart, Nissan and Infiniti. These experiences have given me the knowledge and insight to help me be more successful in this industry.

After participating in the Georgian College Auto Show last year as a Brand Ambassador for Mercedes-Benz, I truly wanted to be more involved with the show to make it the best it has ever been. We are all very excited for this year’s show and we cannot wait to make it a great experience for all!